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Traffic on US 180 will be restricted to one lane on Tuesday, Nov. 2, and Wednesday, Nov. 3, near Kendrick Park, approximately 17 miles north of Flagstaff, as forest crews conduct a controlled burn in the area. The scheduled burn will begin at 9:30 a.m. and is expected to last throughout the day and potentially through Wednesday if conditions allow. Fire managers will be coordinating with ADOT, which will provide pilot vehicles to lead traffic through the restricted area and determine when to lift the restriction. ADOT will be on scene during ignitions and monitoring smoke impacts to the highway overnight, if necessary. Drivers should allow for extra time for travel, slow down and proceed with caution with the potential reduced visibility conditions in the area. For more information about this project, please call Coralie Cole, ADOT Senior Community Relations Officer at602.501.4899 or email ccole@azdot.gov ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but it’s possible…

Work will require overnight closure of the southbound off-ramp at Coldwater Road, Tuesday, Nov. 1
Arizona Department of Transportation crews this week will begin paving work on Interstate 17 in conjunction with a project that began over the summer on 13 miles of the interstate north of Phoenix. Crews will begin paving on southbound I-17 at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, through 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the Coldwater Canyon Road off-ramp. The southbound off-ramp will be closed during work hours. Overnight work will continue on southbound I-17 between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, and Thursday, Nov. 3. Paving work is expected to continue on southbound I-17 through Dec. 29 and alternating lane restrictions are expected during the overnight work hours of 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. ADOT began work over the summer on northbound and southbound I-17 between New River and Coldwater roads (mileposts 232 to 244). The project included minor bridge repair on 13 bridge structure…

Southbound lanes will be closed; traffic will shift onto northbound lanes during work hours Arizona Department of Transportation crews are scheduled to clean up the shoulders and ditches on State Route 89 this week, requiring a full closure of southbound lanes. The northbound lanes will be used for two-way traffic while work is underway. Work is scheduled for 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 2, on SR 89 between Yarnell and Congress.Motorists should allow extra time to reach their destinations. A flagging operation will be in place with clearly marked detour signage, and drivers are encouraged to adhere to reduced speed limits through active work zone. Drivers should proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down and watch for construction equipment and personnel. ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but it’s possible that unscheduled closures or restrictions might occur because of weather or other factors. For the latest highway…

One out of six Americans will rake leaves and clean fallen debris from their yards sometime before the end of the year.Research reveals if you want to feel good and have more self-esteem you should talk about yourself or compliment yourself.A recent survey found that being asked for your phone number and email address is the biggest pain while shopping during the holiday season.More than 9 out of 10 people who post photos online say it helps reduce holiday stress.A little over $600 million is spent on fencing material (barbed wire, chain link, chicken wire, etc.) each year in America.

Miss Iceland dropped out of an international beauty pageant when she was told she had to lose weight.United Airlines has hired an executive whose job position is listed as "Storyteller."Anxiety, Stress and Coping: An International Journal finds Monday is the day of the week when your coworkers are most likely to be rude.New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is denying reports that he yelled out "Trump!" to signal an audible during Sunday's game.In the first game of the World Series, Taco Bell did a promotion where if a player stole a base, everyone in America would get a free Doritos Locos Taco. A player did, so your free taco day is this Wednesday.The LAPD is investing Rob Kardashian and whether he made a threat against someone.NBC has already announced that next year, their live holiday musical will be a production of "Bye Bye Birdie," starring Jennifer Lopez. This year, they're doing "Hairspray" with Harvey Fierstein on December 7.2…

DIY host and singer Vanilla Ice -- aka Robert Van Winkle -- has a Halloween birthday and turns 48 today. Isn't it about time he went back to just plain old Robert Van Winkle?He'll celebrate with a cake, topped with lots of icing-icing, baby.I don't know which not to believe -- that he's a rapper or that he's 48. King Ad-Rock of the Beastie Boys is 50. By that age, shouldn't they at least be Beastie Men? Rob Schneider turns 52 today. He started on SNL and then went on... well, let's just say he went on. As a personal favor, we won't mention any of his movies. Director Peter Jackson turns 55 today. Although directing all three "Lord of the Rings" movies make him feel like 90.He needs to lose some weight. If you haven't seen him lately, he's got an awful lot of "middle earth" going on there.He has a way of making movies that are Hobbit forming.He plans a quiet night at home, just playing Dungeons and Dragons -- the solitaire edition…

It was on this date, back in 1517, that Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses to the door of the Wittenberg Palace Church and the Reformation was born. It was not only the beginning of the Reformation but day one of the no-nailing-things-on-the-church-door policy. The church tried to settle out of court and move a few priests around, but no... Since this began the reformation and resulted in the Lutheran church, I'm going to assume that 'theses" is Latin for "Casserole recipes." It was a much more mature gesture than his first -- the 95 feces.

On this date in 1864, Nevada became our 36th U.S. state. What were the odds? I'm sure they knew. It was a gamble, but with Nevada, isn't it always?

In 1952, the U.S. set off the first hydrogen bomb in the Marshall Islands. At first, they denied it and blamed the dog.

On this date in 1956, streetcar services ended in Brooklyn. Up until that time, Rice-Aroni was the "Fugget About It Treat."

In 1517 Martin Luther begins the Protestant Reformation in Germany when he posts the 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Palace church.

In 1864 Nevada becomes the 36th U.S. state.

In 1922 Benito Mussolini (Il Duce) becomes premier of Italy.

In 1926 Erich Weiss, better known as Magician Harry Houdini, dies in Detroit of gangrene and peritonitis resulting from a ruptured appendix.

In 1938 Orson Welles expresses "deep regret and bewilderment" on the day after his "War Of The Worlds" program panicked listeners.

In 1941 A German submarine torpedoes U.S. Navy destroyer "Ruben James" off the coast of Iceland killing 115. It was the first American warship to sink during World War II, even though the U.S. had not yet entered the conflict.

In 1952 The U.S. set off the first hydrogen bomb in the Marshall Islands.

In 1955 Britain's Princess Margaret ends weeks of speculation by announcing she would not marry Royal Air Force Captain Peter Townsend.

What kind of costume is best for you according to your astrological sign? Aries: Dress as a celebrity athlete, musician, or entertainer, underscoring your natural desire to stand out.Taurus: Emphasize comfort over appearance. Paint a simple vampire face, and throw on a cape. Keep it simple.Gemini: You want to shock people. Your costume will be over the top. Stay out of conservative neighborhoods. You tend to push the limits of good taste with a super sexy costume.Cancer: You should reflect the crab's shell. A knight in shining armor or a warrior or princess in full battle array will fit you fine.Leo: You love to dress as royalty. A princess, King, Queen or member of the royal court is your style. The perfect costume is that of the King of the Jungle.Virgo: You are picky about your costume because of your critical nature. But the costume that every Virgo wins with is the vampire nurse or doctor. It combines your love of science with Halloween's scary side.Libra: Your costume in…

She's a goblin!I'd like to get a little somethin' in the sack tonight.Just get on your hands and knees and bob your head.She's got a couple of nice pumpkins on her porch.If you just lick it, it will last longer.Let me see your big sack.Can I eat your zagnuts?Have your mom check it before you put it in your mouth.You scared me stiff!He's got candy spread out on the living room floor!

Did you know that the kind of Halloween candy you give out is a reflection onto yourself. It is true, here is a few of the different personality traits related to your candy. Loose Change -- These people tend to be procrastinators. The fact they answer the door instead of pretending not to be there for trick- or-treaters is a sign of their Genuine interest in people and loyalty to friends.Candy Corn, Orange Colored Marshmallow, Puff "Peanuts," etc. -- You know how to pinch every last penny out of a dollar. You prefer spending your money on you, not someone you will never see again.M&M's/Snickers/Milky Way -- Right off the top, you're cool. Quality over quantity is the name of the game with you. You love a great party, are conscious and considerate of others. Likely to be a natural leader. Positive and upbeat on the outside even if your innards are tied in knots.Skittles/Reese's Pieces -- You're up on trends and fashion. You know what's hot and what'…

Woman's Day got some Halloween help from Janet Sobesky. Pumpkin Pointers: Prolong a carved pumpkin's life by lathering the inside of the shell and cut areas with petroleum jelly.For easy cleanup, set the pumpkin on several layers of newspaper before carving.Avoid cutting mouths that are large open spaces or very long horizontally. They weaken the pumpkin at the bottom and can make it collapse.To prevent a fire hazard, use battery-operated candles to light the pumpkin.Small children can make jack-o'-lantern faces by attaching vegetables, fruit or candy with toothpicks instead of cutting. Try cucumber or squash slices for eyes, a green bean for the nose and candy corn for teeth. Outdoor Decorations: Make streamers by cutting a plastic garbage bag into strips (cut just a few inches above the bottom of the bag so streamers stay together). Hang them from the porch.Stuff an old shirt and pants to make a scarecrow body. Set on a chair and top with a plastic pumpkin for a head.Fill a …

Woman's Day offers these five tricks for dealing with all those treats your kids will bring home this Halloween:

Focus on the fun, not the food. Create cool costumes, decorate the house, carve a pumpkin. by celebrating Halloween in other ways, kids are less likely to fixate on the sugar rush.

Don't get a head start. Buy treats at the last minute. The longer candy meant for trick-or-treaters sits around the house, the greater the chance your kids or you will nosh on it.

Be different. You're not a spoilsport if you choose to give out healthy treats such as mini bags of pretzels or popcorn. Or opt for stickers, rings or toys.

Have a sweet strategy. When the loot comes home, go through it with your child and dispose of any homemade treats, or treats you don't want him to eat. Then decide on a sensible number of pieces he can have daily.

Over and out. Set a deadline when remaining candy will be thrown out. This makes kids more likely to choose carefully. After a few weeks, the…

(1959) It's the first movie to open simultaneously in major cities on the same day. The end of the world saga, "On The Beach."Louisiana Halfback Billy Cannon wins the Heisman Trophy.Twelve nations agree on scientific. peaceful use of Antarctica.Guy Mitchell has a #1 hit with "Heartaches By The Number." (1964) Lockheed's spy plane, the SR71 sets a new speed record, 3530 kph.Shocking news out of California as superstar Sam Cooke loses his life.Dr. Martin Luther King is announced as the youngest ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.The Supremes have a hit with "Come See About Me." (1966) Baseball experts still call it one of the worse trades ever... Roger Maris to St. Louis, for Charlie Smith.Young and old mourn the loss of Walt Disney at age 65.Dean Martin stars in a spy spoof as Matt Helm in "Murderers Row" with Ann Margaret.Both Frank and Nancy Sinatra have top ten hits with "That's Life" and "Sugar Town." (1969) Movie s…

Travel restrictions and lane closures will begin Monday, Oct. 31, for both east- and westbound travel on State Route 260 as construction begins on the SR 260 roundabout at Industrial Drive in Camp Verde (milepost 218 to 219) just east of the Interstate 17 junction. Lane and travel restrictions will be in place 24 hours a day and will be maintained until late February, 2017. A 10-foot-wide load restriction will also be in place during operations. The completed roundabout will keep traffic flowing smoothly in all directions as well as in and out of businesses. At present, traffic on Industrial Drive can only make right turns onto SR 260, while those on SR 260 can wait in long left-turn bays to get to businesses or turn around. For more information on this project, please call Coralie Cole, ADOT Senior Community Relations Officer, at 602.501.4899or email at ccole@azdot.gov. ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but it’s possible that unscheduled closures or re…

PHOENIX – Major work is complete on the Arizona Department of Transportation’s $73 million Loop 101 widening project in the East Valley. Although final work and some lane restrictions can be expected over the next month, the last scheduled full closure for the project occurred last weekend to allow crews to add permanent lane stripes and complete bridge deck-joint improvements along northbound Loop 101 north of Chaparral Road. Crews have finished resetting the freeway’s speed limit to 65 mph between Shea Boulevard and the Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway). For safety’s sake, the work zone speed limit had been lowered to 55 mph. ADOT’s 11-mile-long project, which began in August 2014, has widened Loop 101 from four to five travel lanes in each direction, including the existing HOV lanes. Crews also realigned ramps and added new merge lanes between major interchanges to provide more room for drivers to enter or exit the freew…

The Arizona Department of Transportation has scheduled final lane striping on the Loop 202 in Mesa over the next two weekends. Drivers should allow extra travel time and plan to use McDowell Road as a detour while the following closures are in place: Eastbound Loop 202 will be closed between Gilbert and McDowell roads from 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, to 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 31.Westbound Loop 202 is scheduled be closed between Power and Gilbert roads from 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, to 5 a.m.Monday, Nov. 7. As always, construction schedules are subject to change because of weather and other unforeseen factors. For the latest highway conditions around the state, visit the ADOT Traveler Information Center at www.az511.gov or call 511, except while driving. Questions or comments? Contact the ADOT Project Information Line at (855) 712-8530 or emailProjects@azdot.gov

Interactive online survey available until Nov. 11 lets you rank what’s most important Got five minutes? That’s all it takes to get involved and help shape the future of transportation in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Transportation is in the process of updating our Long-Range Transportation Plan, also known as “What Moves You Arizona.” This allows us to look ahead 25 years and plan for transportation needs throughout our state. It also helps us determine how we distribute funding to balance the many needs of our state highway system.

That’s where you come in. We’ve created an easy and engaging interactive online survey, so you can tell us what’s most important to you when it comes to how we travel to get to work, school, appointments, activities and so much more. The survey is available at whatmovesyouarizona.metroquest.com. It can be completed on a computer, smartphone or tablet. A Spanish-language version of the survey is also available via the link. The survey gives you the opportu…

October 28-31, 2016Drivers should be aware of the following restrictions this weekend: Eastbound Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) closed between Gilbert Road and McDowell Road (southeast of Power Road) from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m.MondayWestbound Interstate 10 narrowed to one lane in areas between Verrado Way and State Route 85 from 10 p.m. Friday to 11 p.m. SundayWestbound Interstate 10 ramp to southbound State Route 85 closed from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday View the Weekend Travel Advisory map in PDF format or visit our site for a complete listing of restrictions for this weekend.

Motorists traveling on State Route 77 south of Globe will encounter full closures of the highway beginning and ending earlier than previous closures for a rock removal project in the Dripping Springs area. There will be no full closures of SR 77 next week, but closures between mileposts 154 and 161 will resume the week ofNov. 6 and continue Sunday nights through Thursday nights between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. through late January 2017. Daytime flagging operations will continue daily in the project area Monday, Oct. 31 through Thursday, Nov. 3 and motorists should plan for 15 minute delays. When full closures for blasting operations resume Sunday, Nov. 6, motorists can use State Route 177 and US 60 to get around the closure. The detour adds approximately one hour to travel times. After full nighttime closures resume, the daytime flagging operations will continue as well through late January 2017. ADOT works to inform the public abou…

Bell Road remains closed until Nov. 22* between 134th Avenue and West Point Parkway. Area businesses are open during construction and accessible beyond the “Road Closed – Local Traffic Only” signage. Allow plenty of time and observe all traffic control signs and barricades. The project team appreciates your continued patience. If you have questions or concerns, please call the project hotline at 855.712.8530 and press option #1 or email bellandgrandinfo@azdot.gov. Weekly Update #40—Week of Oct. 31, 2016 Bell Road closure detour route is from Bell Road to Dysart to Greenway to Litchfield roads. Current Activities View the weekly construction photos and additional information on the project website. Full closures scheduled on Grand Avenue: US 60 (Grand Avenue) closed in both directions between Dysart and Litchfield roads from 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, to 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, to paint the Bell Road bridge. Traffic will be detoured at Dysart and Litchfield roads.US 60 (Grand Avenue) closed in…

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